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Hyundai will introduce the Santa Fe at the New York auto show. Photo by Hyundai

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe revealed before New York auto show

March 11, 2012

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Hyundai released two images of its third-generation Santa Fe SUV before its debut at the New York auto show in April. The new car looks much more in line with Hyundai's current stable after a major redesign from front to back.

The design is based on what Hyundai calls “Fluidic Sculpture.” The company says the new Santa Fe captures “the strong and dynamic images created by nature during a storm.” We'd say it looks a little meaner than the outgoing 2012 Santa Fe.

The front and rear bumpers are wider, adding a sporty touch to the SUV, while the fascia gets Hyundai's hexagonal grille. New character lines adorn the side of the vehicle, suggesting a new direction for Hyundai SUVs.

Hyundai has been tight-lipped about specs and pricing, but we expect to hear more in the run-up to the New York show.

Over the past two years, the Hyundai Santa Fe has sold about 75,000 units per year, making it the company's most popular crossover/SUV model.